Team Leader

Wabtec Corporation; Northampton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retention bonus (£1,000)

4x life assurance

Sick Pay scheme

Pension

23 days holiday + bank/public holidays

Free hot drinks

Retail discounts

Medicash Health Plan

Job summary

Wabtec Corporation is seeking a Manufacturing Supervisor on a 05:45-14:00 shift (39.25 hours/week), Monday to Friday, in the Northampton area. You will support the manufacturing team, ensure safety and quality, and oversee daily output across multiple areas as needed.

The role requires lean awareness, ability to read drawings, and strong teamwork with excellent communication. Flexibility to move between departments helps drive continuous improvement and change management.

Qualifications

• Supervisory role in a manufacturing setting.
• Knowledge of lean tools and waste reduction.
• Ability to read drawings and interpret specs.
• Strong communication and teamwork.
• Adaptable to move between departments when needed.

Responsibilities

• Health and Safety of all personnel in the area.
• NRFT/QRQC: identify root causes and prevent recurrence.
• Ensure daily process output and investigate missed targets.
• Conduct process audits and ensure adherence to procedures.
• Apply lean/daily management practices.
• Take on other duties as required.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Lean principles

Reading drawings

Communication skills

Team player

Flexibility

Job description

As a member of the Manufacturing team, working on the 0545-1400 shift (39.25 hours/week) Monday to Friday, working/reacting in a high pressure fast moving manufacturing environment, using KPI's to manage both process and staffing, understand lean and use of lean tools, techniques and waste reduction and must be able to work closely with the current manufacturing team whilst being flexible enough to move between department to support other areas of the business when required and embrace change management.

Responsible for:

• Health and Safety of all persons reporting to or in the area at any time
• NRFT/QRQC, reporting and identifying root causes of any defects, introducing/maintaining measures to prevent re-occurrence
• Daily output from the process, reporting and investigating the reason for missed targets
• Process audits/process adherence
• Lean/Daily Management
• Other duties from time to time as required

Ability to follow processes, especially health and safety

Ability to see and find solutions to problems in the area

Willingness to work flexibly

Ability to read drawings

Team player with a positive can-do attitude

Good communication skills

Attention to good Housekeeping

Previous supervisory experience

At Wabtec, it's not just about a job - it's about the impact you make. When our people come together, we're Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other. If you're ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you. Who are we? Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it's freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together - are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike. Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We're lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at www.WabtecCorp.com. Culture powers us and the possibilities. We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We're building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress. We're proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome talent of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities, including race, gender, age, disability, veteran status and more.

• Retention bonus (up-to £1000)
• 4 x life assurance
• Sick Pay scheme
• Pension Holiday 23 days per year plus bank/public holidays
• Free hot drinks
• Access to retail discounts
• Medicash Health Plan